Using the zip foot and starting from the right side, top stitch through the garment, zip tape and seam allowance the full length of the zip, backstitching over the end before completing up to the top again.

Using small scissors, carefully open up the machine basting stitches down the centre back.

Finish the hems for the lining and outer SKIRT either by adding a trim, creating a rolled hem, or using an edge stitch on an overlocker.

Below shows how to add a lace trim:Apply the trim as you sew, leaving approx. 1cm unstitched to allow to fold. Complete the trim edge by folding the ends of the trim as shown and stitch in place to secure the loop.